The recent eruption of Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island has so far affected 11,791 families, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said Thursday. In its latest situation report,

The Philippine Army (PA) has deployed rescue and clearing teams to aid communities affected by Kanlaon Volcano’s eruption last Monday. “The PA deployed rescue and clearing teams in response to the Kanlaon explosive eruption that affected areas of Negros Island,

Secretary Rex Gatchalian of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday assured families affected by the restive Mount Kanlaon that they will receive timely assistance from the government until the situation stabilizes.